Pomona’s comfort food scene is neighborhood-driven and diverse—soul food joints, classic diners, and Mexican comfort staples anchor the lineup.
Whether you’re catching a show at the Fox Theater or wandering Antique Row, these spots deliver warm, satisfying plates.
Day Day’s BBQ & Waffle House
A soul-comfort standout, Day Day’s pairs smoky barbecue with breakfast favorites that feel like a hug.
Expect rib tips with a caramelized bark, tender brisket, and chicken and waffles with crisp edges and a fluffy center.
Sides matter here: mac and cheese, yams, and greens come seasoned just right. It’s casual, lively, and perfect for big appetites.
Cassie’s Soul Food Kitchen
Cassie’s delivers Southern staples with home-cooked heart.
The fried chicken is crisp and well-seasoned, catfish is golden and flaky, and oxtails are fall-off-the-bone tender.
Plates come rounded out with rice and gravy, black-eyed peas, and cornbread that’s a little sweet.
Portions are generous; flavors are comforting and familiar.
Coco Palm
Perched above the city with panoramic views, Coco Palm leans Cuban and Caribbean comfort while keeping things celebratory.
The ropa vieja with rice and sweet plantains is a local favorite, and the lechon asado arrives garlicky and juicy.
Start with croquetas and empanadas, then finish with tres leches. It’s date-night friendly but still very much comfort at heart.
Bollo’s Burgers & More
For classic American comfort, Bollo’s keeps it simple and satisfying: smash burgers with deep crust, hand-cut fries, chili-cheese dogs, and thick shakes.
The patty melt and pastrami burger are crowd-pleasers, and the prices feel refreshingly old-school.
It’s the kind of spot you hit when only a burger and fries will do.
Donahoo’s Golden Chicken
A Pomona legend for decades, Donahoo’s is the definition of dependable fried chicken comfort.
The chicken is juicy with a crackly crust, served in hefty boxes with buttery rolls and sides like mashed potatoes or slaw. It’s takeout-heavy and straightforward—just great chicken done right.
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